Strategic Project and Transformation Manager

About tonies::
tonies is the globally leading interactive audio platform for children with more than 10 million Tonieboxes and 125 million Tonies sold. The intuitive and award-winning audio system has changed the way young children play and learn independently with its child-safe, wireless, and screen-free approach. Tonieboxes have been activated in over 100 countries, the content portfolio includes around 1,400 Tonies in several languages. Since its inception,
tonies has achieved significant milestones, including listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in November 2021 as well as a globally present team of over 550 dedicated professionals operating from various countries.

Joining our tonies team means being part of an inspiring mission to create innovative and meaningful experiences for children around the world. Together, we’re shaping the future of play, learning, and imagination.

You as part of tonies::
As Strategic Project and Transformation Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving excellence and cohesion across our global Operations organization. Acting as a partner, advisor, and execution leader, you will help align and coordinate key operational areas; including global quality, end-to-end supply chain, product industrialization, global production, procurement and supply network coordination, and order fulfillment. 
In this role, you will be a trusted thought partner to the Head of the COO Office, bridging strategy and execution. Your work will help ensure our operational backbone runs with precision, agility, and compliance - empowering tonies® to scale efficiently and deliver exceptional quality to families around the world.

Your tasks and responsibilities will include::
Strategic Alignment & Execution• Translate global operations strategy into actionable initiatives together with the Head of the COO Office

• Coordinate and track key initiatives across global operations teams

• Support planning cycles, performance reviews, and priority tracking

• Structure complex topics using data and operational insights to support decision-making

Cross-Functional Coordination• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives across Operations, Commercial, and CX

• Align with leaders across quality, supply chain, production, procurement, and IT

• Identify and resolve cross-team dependencies and roadblocks

• Support key supplier and partner interactions through preparation and follow-up

Digitalization & Technology Enablement• Support rollout and adoption of digital tools across operations

• Drive Industry 4.0 initiatives within supply chain and manufacturing

• Collaborate with IT/Data teams on analytics, automation, and GenAI use cases

• Ensure solutions are scalable, user-centric, and compliant

Performance Monitoring & Reporting• Prepare operational dashboards, reports, and executive presentations

• Support annual goals, monthly reviews, and quarterly business updates

• Track core KPIs (delivery, cost, quality, customer impact)

• Ensure clear, accurate, and decision-oriented reporting

Project & Change Management

• Drive and coordinate cross-functional COO projects end-to-end

• Support transformation initiatives with structured tracking of progress and risks

• Enable change adoption through communication and stakeholder engagement

• Capture learnings and embed best practices post-project

Leadership & Team Effectiveness• Support operational governance and performance routines

• Foster alignment and collaboration across global operations teams

• Act as role model for quality, safety, and customer-centricity

What we are looking for::
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, engineering, or related field.

• 3+ years of professional experience, with exposure to operations, supply chain, consulting, or strategy roles within the toy, consumer electronics, or broader consumer goods industries.

• Strong track record in program management, cross-functional coordination, and executive-level advisory roles.

Skills & Competencies• Excellent strategic thinking and execution skills, with the ability to turn complex ideas into actionable plans

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills-capable of influencing at all levels

• High proficiency in data analysis, business case development, and KPI tracking

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Experience working in international, multicultural environments with distributed teams

• Fluency in English (German highly desirable)

Why tonies?:
• Global Teamwork: We collaborate across departmental and country borders on our vision to bring the Toniebox into every child's room in the world
• Come as you are: This applies not only to the dress code but also to everything else. Because only where you truly feel comfortable can you give your best.
• Mobility: Choose the option that suits you best - a Deutschlandticket (public transport ticket) for unlimited mobility, a monthly contribution for an office parking space, a leasing bicycle, or a remote work subsidy.
• Enhanced Security: Benefit from subsidies for company pension plans, occupational pension schemes, and occupational disability insurance.
• Rest & Time Off: Enjoy 30 days of paid annual leave as well as three additional days off such as Rosenmontag, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve. After one year of employment, you can also use up to 10 "toniecation days" (unpaid leave days).
• Continuous Learning: Benefit from our internal and external training opportunities as well as an individual learning budget to continuously expand your knowledge.
• Language Learning & Relaxation: Improve your communication skills with the language learning app Babbel and find relaxation through our access to the meditation app Calm.
• Discounts: Benefit from attractive discounts on our entire range of tonies products.